2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | 500 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |